Parents
Many parents take great interest as their children consider different colleges, urging them to invest in an education that will result in a fulfilling and rewarding career.
It is important to be careful and evaluate all aspects of university life. Safety, location and affordability are just a few important issues to consider when making a decision with your children.
You will be investing time, effort, years and money into your child's future, an investment that will pay off when they seek a career. You want to make sure you are comfortable with the decision just as much as they are.
How Duquesne Measures Up
- Approximately 90 percent of freshmen return for their sophomore year, which is much higher than the average retention rate of 70 percent.
- 91 percent of freshmen live on campus in clean, comfortable residence halls, with options for quiet rooms.
- 88 percent of our students receive some form of need based financial aid assistance.
- 87 percent of freshman stated that Duquesne was their first choice for higher education.
Succeeding at College
At Duquesne, we offer a number of student services to help your children be successful, safe, healthy and happy.
- Students may select from a variety of healthful, nutritious options for meals.
- The Learning Skills Center provides tutoring and learning support.
- Counseling services help students adjust to college life and deal with stress.
- Health service provides wellness programs and access to health professionals.
- Pittsburgh’s hospitals have some of the best emergency and medical services in the nation. Duquesne is located adjacent to UPMC- Mercy.
- Our Public Safety Department provides 24-hour escort services, emergency call posts, a dedicated police force, and building security
- The Career Services Center provides assistance through job fairs, career guidance, and skills training.
